Nonprofit human services organization helping individuals with disabilities or disadvantages reach their full potential.
Shangri-La's administrative offices will be closed Monday, September 7, for Labor Day.
Board of
directors
Shangri-La's board of directors, as a governing body for the organization, is a group of volunteers that oversee the organization's mission, support the CEO, aid in high-level planning, monitor program health, ensure adequate financial resources, and provide financial oversight.
Jan Frank
President
Jan Frank brings a strong financial background to Shangri-La’s board, drawing on her experience as an accountant and retired tax consultant. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and currently serves as Children’s Pastor and Bookkeeper at Dayspring Fellowship, as well as a consultant for West & East Salem Ace Hardware.
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Invited by a former board member to contribute her expertise, Jan is passionate about using her skills to support Shangri-La’s mission. She re-joined the board in April 2020.
Jake French
Vice President
Jake French is a seasoned professional speaker with experience presenting to associations, education districts, and service groups dedicated to supporting individuals facing challenges. His work has given him a broad perspective on what people need and how to unite communities toward shared goals.
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Jake holds a BS from the University of Idaho and previously served as President of the National Speakers Association’s Oregon Chapter. As a quadriplegic, Jake understands firsthand the life-changing impact of strong support systems, fueling his commitment to advocacy and empowerment.
winifred Skinner
Secretary
Winifred Skinner is a policy analyst with expertise in government systems, Medicaid distribution, and the Oregon legislative process. Her career includes experience as a case manager supporting individuals transitioning from incarceration to community life.
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Motivated by personal connections to individuals with disabilities, she is passionate about contributing to nonprofits that empower people with serious mental illness and other disadvantages.
Michael kemry
Member
Michael is a Realtor and Property Manager with Harcourts Silverton and the owner of Willamette Workspace, a co-working office in Keizer. His lifelong connection to the disability community, beginning with his parents serving as foster parents and later managing a 24-hour residential care home, led him to join Shangri-La’s board in December 2017.
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Michael brings leadership experience and a deep understanding of disability services to his role, helping advance Shangri-La’s mission to support individuals with disabilities and disadvantages
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Bri Gridley
Member
Bri brings over a decade of experience in information technology to Shangri-La’s board and currently serves as Technical Service Delivery Manager with the Oregon State Treasury. A former director at Shangri-La, Bri has a strong understanding of the organization’s programs and the communities it serves.
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Her personal commitment to supporting neurodivergent family members and those with mental health diagnoses fuels her passion for advancing Shangri-La’s mission. Bri joined the board in June 2023.
Zach Gwyn
Member
As a Project Manager and Estimator with Kaufman Commercial, Zach brings a strong background in construction management, budgeting, and project execution to the Shangri-La Board. He holds a degree in Construction Engineering Management from Oregon State University and has managed projects from preconstruction through completion.
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As a board member, he hopes to add value by helping evaluate property repair needs, supporting long-term building maintenance planning, recommending qualified contractors, and identifying ways to stretch construction dollars further.
Kirsten Johnson
Member
Kirsten worked at Shangri-La for over three decades before retiring in 2025. She was Shangri-La’s original quality assurance/quality improvement liaison and served as a direct support professional, medical manager and a housing manager during her tenure.
Her deep love for Shangri-La’s mission, it’s staff and individuals-served drew her back to serve on the board. She hopes to be a faithful advocate for the people who live and work here and for the staff that serve them.
Ryan Tribbett
Member
Ryan is the owner of Pac/West Lobby Group, where he leads a team of bipartisan, issue-based lobbyists. With expertise in government affairs, strategic planning, and marketing, Ryan serves on multiple local boards and is passionate about workforce and professional development.
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As the grandson of Vance and Shirley Tribbett, a Shangri-La founding family, Ryan joined the board in June 2024 to honor his family’s legacy and help expand the organization’s reach. His goal is to strengthen Shangri-La’s mission and continue its impact on the community.